| Bodhi |
| Nyana |
| Rama |
A Buddhist monastery set in a 60 hectare (150 acre) wooded valley near Wellington, New Zealand. Principally a residence for those wishing to participate or train in the monastic lifestyle it is the focus for a thriving Buddhist community of many cultures. The forested area with remote lodgings provides a suitable environment for seclusion. Senior monks offer instruction in meditation, Buddhist principles, retreats and provide traditional religious services.
Bodhi (enlightenment) Nyana (knowledge) Rama (garden)
” The Garden of Enlightened Knowing “
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Verse from the Khuddaka
The Buddha's perfection is complete;
in him there is no craving
that could drag him down.
No measure is there for his wisdom;
no limits are there to be found.
In what way could he be distracted
from truth?
in him there is no craving
that could drag him down.
No measure is there for his wisdom;
no limits are there to be found.
In what way could he be distracted
from truth?
Dhammapada Verse 180
Latest Events
May 2027
Evening Puja: 25 May 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 26 May 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 26 May 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 26 May 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 27 May 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 27 May 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 28 May 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 28 May 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.